Spiced creole grilled fish (10.4.2013)

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned fish is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a healthier fat profile, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Smoked paprika adds flavor without the heat, and chili powder is widely available.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried thyme can substitute for bay leaves in flavor.

Meet local Chef Eddie at Victoria Market to discuss cooking grilled red snapper.

Gather local ingredients including garlic, ginger, onions, tomatoes, thyme, coriander, and parsley.

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 tbsp of garlic, 1 tbsp of ginger, chopped onions, and a handful of chopped tomatoes.

Add cinnamon and nutmeg to the mixture.

Blend the mixture until well combined and check seasoning with salt and pepper.

Score the red snapper on both sides.

Marinate the scored fish with the prepared marinade, ensuring it gets inside the cuts.

Preheat the grill to medium heat, around 140-150°C.

Place the fish on the grill and cook for 20-25 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 20-25 minutes until done.

Cooking Techniques

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